“Home sales have struggled to gain traction, but prices continue to rise, contributing to record-high housing wealth,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.
The rally underscored our industry’s leadership in advancing housing policy and demonstrated the collective strength of Realtors when we unite around a common cause.
Technology continues to lead in private-sector job cuts as companies restructure amid AI integration, slower demand, and efficiency pressures.
Christie’s International Real Estate Westchester and Hudson Valley, an exclusive partner of Christie’s International Real Estate, recently welcomed Erin Egan to the Christie’s family of agents based in the New City, New York Sales Gallery. The addition of Egan is part of the ongoing expansion of Christie’s International Real Estate Westchester and Hudson Valley in the southern New York region.
Egan is a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker and has been in the real estate industry since 2009. Before her successful career in real estate, she worked on Wall Street for 13 years running New York City operations for a corporate office rental company. She then successfully transitioned to overseeing a private higher education institution’s $60-million mortgage and loan portfolio as well as its 2,200 unit leased properties. She has extensive experience with high end interior renovations, including but not limited to, organizing scope of work, managing multiple stakeholders, and ensuring end user satisfaction. She has sold and supported more than $40 million in residential and commercial transactions.
“Each of these five agents brings a unique perspective and distinct skill set that will directly benefit the clients they serve,” said Lou Budetti, Principal Broker at ERA Insite Realty.
Smith, an Associate Broker with Rand Commercial, will be celebrated at the Ottaway Medal Dinner on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Villa Venezia in Middletown.
The 20 NAR members selected will participate in a diverse range of educational experiences as they join a nationwide community of volunteer leaders.
Newton brings a unique blend of legal acumen and industry insight during a critical time of transformation for NAR and its members.
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